Alquema founder Virginia Rouse began her career as a photographer. On her travels to Japan in the 90’s, she was introduced to the art of Shibori.
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Rouse fell in love with the movement and textural life of this ancient Japanese craft and soon segued into fashion design. Now based in Sydney, Australia, her label continues to spotlight handcrafted artistry in each collection though design, fabric selection, and pleating techniques. Extraordinary women, from family and friends to icons past and present, provide endless inspiration.
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